At Axial Theater, a nonprofit now in its 24th season, we create bold, thought-provoking productions that invite audiences to confront their own assumptions and biases. We are committed to supporting the professional growth of playwrights and actors through staged workshops, development readings, and full productions. Join us as we explore the transformative power of theater and its ability to spark conversation, empathy, and change.
Axial Theatre is a Grant Award Winner! Thank you ArtsWestchester for selecting us for the 2026 Matching Grant!
Board of Directors
Bruce Apar
Chief Content Officer, Pinpoint Marketing & Design
Year Elected: 2015
Lisa Hertz Apkon
Founding Board Member, Jacob Burns Film Center
Year Elected: 2005
Joel Brill, Treasurer
Retired MTA Operational Planner
Year Elected: 2015
Anthony B. DiFabbio, Secretary
30 Year English Department teacher, Somers High School
Year Elected: 2011
Jessica Johnston
Year Elected: 2013
Arthur R. Klampert, President
Retired CPA
Year Elected: 2012
Paul Krause
President, Paul Krause Architects
Year Elected: 2003
Howard Meyer, Vice-President
Playwright; Director; Acting Teacher; Artistic Director, Axial Theatre; Program, Director, Howard Meyer’s Acting Program Year Elected: 2002
Managing Director/General Counsel:
Elizabeth (Betsy) Henry Klampert, Esq.
Advisory Board
Steve Apkon
Athol Fugard
Sheila Fugard
Steven Keonig
Jeff Johnston
RJ Marx
Paul Mulcahy